Bananas are one of the world’s most convenient fruits. They’re inexpensive, naturally sweet, easy to carry, and packed with several useful nutrients.
But what happens when you eat a banana in the evening or before bed?
Social media is full of claims that nighttime bananas can dramatically improve sleep, prevent muscle cramps, boost serotonin, and even transform your health overnight.
The reality is more interesting — and more nuanced.
Bananas provide carbohydrates, fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, and smaller amounts of magnesium. A medium banana contains roughly 422 mg of potassium and
